2.1 Earthquake Hazards and Safety

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Vocabulary

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liquefaction - shaking from earthquake turning soil to mud
aftershock - a second earthquake smaller than the first one
tsunamis - large ocean waves formed by earthquake in ocean
base isolated building - building designed to be stronger against earthquakes

Outline

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How Earthquakes Cause Damage

• damage to buildings and other structures
• local soil conditions
• liquefaction
• aftershocks
• tsunamis

Making Buildings Safer

• choice of location
  • away from slopes and faults
• construction methodes
  • base-isolated buildings

Protecting Yourself During an Earthquake

• drop, cover, hold
  • under table
  • arms over head

Diagram

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